1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eldorado | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
